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Charlotte Marjorie Ehrob

Charlotte Marjorie Ehrob

Oct 8, 2026

Charlotte Marjorie Ehrob, 99, of Grand Rapids, MI passed away Thursday, October 8, 2026.

Charlotte's complete obituary is being lovingly written by her family and will be posted here once it is finalized.  Please check back soon.

The family will receive friends at StoryPoint Grand Rapids East on Saturday, October 17, 2026 from 11:00 AM until 12:00 PM. A funeral service will...

Ronald Alan Lesperance

Ronald Alan Lesperance

Oct 7, 2026

Ron was a beloved husband, dad, grandpa, son, brother, and friend who was an irreplaceable part of so many lives. Ron and his wife, Vicki, shared 39 beautiful years of marriage, finding in each other a true partner in adventure and in everyday life. They enjoyed getting out and exploring, whether in search of live music, wandering through towns they...

Deloise Jean Rufus

Deloise Jean Rufus

Oct 1, 2026

Deloise Jean Rufus

Deloise Jean Rufus, affectionately known as “Dee” and lovingly called “Momma Rufus”, peacefully and gracefully transitioned from this life on October 1, 2026, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She was a woman of remarkable strength, intelligence, creativity, discipline, and love whose presence touched the lives of many. 

 Deloise was born on March 20, 1951, in Jackson, Mississippi, to Jessie Rufus...

Joy Pitchford

Joy Pitchford

Oct 1, 2026

Joy Pitchford, age 67, passed away peacefully after a long illness at her home in Grand Rapids, Michigan on October 1, 2026, surrounded by her family.

The cherished daughter of Walter and Elizabeth Pitchford was born on a stormy night on May 28, 1959, in Chicago, Illinois, the city that she loved.

She was baptized and confirmed at Our Lady of the...

Benjamin Moore

Benjamin Moore

Sep 30, 2026

Benjamin "Ben" Moore, of Allegan, Michigan, age 81, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on September 30, 2026.

Ben was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend whose love for his family and faith guided his life. He shared 51 wonderful years of marriage with the love of his life, Victoria, building a home centered on love,...

Bethany Anne Reynolds

Bethany Anne Reynolds

Sep 30, 2026

Bethany Anne (Kerr) Reynolds (71) of Lake Odessa passed from this life on Wednesday, September 30th, 2026. Born January 8th, 1955 in Flint, Michigan, Bethany was the youngest of four children of Alexander Keith Kerr and Hilda Marcele (Harris) Kerr of Grand Blanc, Michigan.

Bethany graduated Grand Blanc High School in 1973, where she met her best friend for life, Lynn...

Robert "Bob" Nelson Kirk

Robert "Bob" Nelson Kirk

Sep 30, 2026

Robert Nelson Kirk, known to family and friends as Bob, was born on December 9, 1943, in Kalamazoo, Michigan. He passed away peacefully on September 30, 2026, at the age of 82.

Bob was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Sandra Kirk; his parents, Ada and Clyde Kirk; his grandson, Cody Kirk; and six of his seven siblings: Sis, Pauline,...

Doris Dorlida Ermatinger

Doris Dorlida Ermatinger

Sep 28, 2026

Doris Dorilda Ermatinger, 86, of Wyoming, Michigan, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2026.

Born March 3, 1940, in Fort Kent, Maine, to Daniel Long and Dorilda (Deprey) Long. Doris was one of 8 children. Doris’s siblings and spouses: Corinne (Bob) Keene, Julien (Sue) Long, Danny (Janet) Long, Rose Marie (Don) Anderson, Patricia (Bob) Emerson, Allen (Maria) Long, Jerry Long. Doris...

Lela Kay Morgan

Lela Kay Morgan

Sep 28, 2026

Lela Kay Morgan, 75, passed away on September 28, 2026, in Douglas, Michigan, surrounded by family.

Lela was born on November 20, 1950, in Hartford, Michigan, to Grace and Ben Hiatt. She married Loyd Morgan in 1968, and together they built a life centered around family, friendship, and caring for others for 48 years. Over the years, they made their home...

Michael (Mick) James Dever

Michael (Mick) James Dever

Sep 27, 2026

Michael “Mick” Dever, of Dorr, Michigan, passed away peacefully in his home on September 27, 2026 with his daughter by his side.

Mick was born on January 22, 1954 to Jim and Dorothy (Hilaski) Dever and lived in Dorr throughout his life.

He was preceded in death by his son, Mikey Dever; his partner, Nancy Booth; his father and mother; his sister,...

Mary Ann Inman

Mary Ann Inman

Sep 26, 2026

Mary Ann (Conner) Inman, passed away on September 26, 2026, at the age of 70. Although our hearts are broken, we find comfort in knowing she is now home with Jesus—the Lord she loved, trusted, and faithfully served throughout her life.

Mary Ann was born in Chicago to Shirley and Axel Conner, and grew up, worked and raised her family in...

Darnell Davis

Darnell Davis

Sep 25, 2026

In loving memory of Darnell Davis

Darnell Davis, 57, of Saginaw, Michigan, went home to be with the Lord on September 25, 2026, at Trinity Health in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Darnell was born on August 23, 1967 in Marvell, Arkansas. At the age of one, he moved with his family to Michigan. He was a graduate of Saginaw High School.

Darnell will be...

Rico Fajardo

Rico Fajardo

Sep 25, 2026

The family of Rico dela Fuente Fajardo is deeply saddened to announce his unexpected passing on September 25, 2026. Born on November 3, 1964 in Manila Philippines. He and our parents became naturalized US citizens in 1968. Rico lived a life filled with laughter, love and sports. He was well known and loved for his sense of humor and sarcasm,...

Michael James O'Brien

Michael James O'Brien

Sep 24, 2026

On September 24, 2026, Michael James O’Brien, went to the waiting arms of Jesus and those who predeceased Mike (daughter, Catherine Jager, grandson, Johnny Rough, son-in- law, Mark Jager, brothers, Roderick O’Brien and William O’Brien, sisters, Margaret Johnson and Phyllis Bogren, and parents, Donald and Evelyn O’Brien). Michael leaves behind his beloved wife of over 71 years, Yvonne O’Brien, his...

Eddie Lee Sarkozi

Eddie Lee Sarkozi

Sep 23, 2026

Eddie Lee Sarkozi, known to many as Ed, passed away on September 23, 2026 at the age of 93. He was born on January 03, 1933 in Albee Township, Michigan, and lived a life marked by hard work, loyalty, faith, and a deep love for those around him.

Ed was a man whose presence was felt by family, friends, and all...

Daniel Lester Cook

Daniel Lester Cook

Sep 22, 2026

Daniel Lester Cook was born on March 4, 1951 in Grand Rapids, Michigan and passed away at home with family on September 22, 2026, in Cedar Springs, Michigan. 

Dan leaves behind his loving wife of 56 years Robin; two children Sheila (Chad) Nostrant, Brad (Terri) Cook; grandchildren Brandon (Andrea), Christopher, Casey (Makena), Brianna and Samantha Nostrant, Cody (Paige) Brummel, Shannon (Justin)...

Grace Johnson

Grace Johnson

Sep 22, 2026

Grace (Mulder) Johnson, age 78, of Grand Rapids, Michigan passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 22, 2026.

Born March 13, 1948, Grace was the oldest of the four children born to Alex and Anna (Kirkhoff) Mulder. She was born in Bandung, Java, Indonesia and relocated with her family to the Netherlands after WWII. After emigrating to the US in 1957, Grace...

Gary Michael Curtis

Gary Michael Curtis

Sep 20, 2026

Gary Micheal Curtis, of Newaygo MI, passed away peacefully at home at the age of 81 on September 20, 2026, surrounded by his family.

Gary was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. He was married to the love of his life Kathy, for 55 years.

Gary is survived by his loving wife, Kathy; his two children, Mike Curtis (Shelly Curtis)...

Wannace Earl Perdue

Wannace Earl Perdue

Sep 20, 2026

In Loving Memory of Wannace Earl Perdue

Wannace Earl Perdue, known by many as Wannace, and to those closest to him as “The Don,” was a loving father of four children, a brother, a grandfather, a son, and a devoted partner. 

Wannace was born on June 27, 1970, to Claudia Houseworth and Jerry Ceaser. He was raised in Chicago, Illinois, before moving...

Susan Lee Arnold

Susan Lee Arnold

Sep 19, 2026

Susan Lee Arnold, age 76, of Grand Rapids, Michigan passed away Saturday September 19, 2026 at Grand Brooke Memory Care in Grandville, MI. The daughter of Cecil Arnold and Madeleine (Hopper) Arnold, Susan was born on January 12, 1950 in Charlevoix, MI.

Susan grew up in Northern Michigan near Torch Lake and returned often to visit. She loved nature, lakes, sunsets,...

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